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Celebrating Milestones MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT AND CEO INBOX

Thanks for understanding that this is the first week-long holiday I’ve had without my kids - over 9 years without a long break. I normally only get 3 days off so this feels like a “oh my god”. Love you and so much. The house literally saved my life.” ~ Children’s Respite Parent

To Tamara and her team; it’s very hard to describe in a few words what a fantastic effort you have put into the very successful Mike Debinski, President Bill Appleby, CEO celebration of Chanukah at Gary Smorgon House. The decorations were very beautiful, We are delighted to mark an extraordinary milestone birthday for Jewish Care innovative and colourful. The entertainment Victoria, celebrating 170 years! was first class and refreshments were very traditional and beautifully presented and Reflecting on our long and proud history, we would like to acknowledge past enjoyed by all. visionaries and predecessors who through their leadership have led this organisation to become Victoria’s largest provider of quality social services for It was a celebration of tradition, music, the Jewish community. To past and present supporters, and every one of you dancing with young and old, and the goodies on the table were just “wow”. Thank you to all connected to the Jewish Care family, we thank you for your involvement and of you, another successful effort. We are very commitment. proud of all of you. Looking to the future, we will build on our proud 170-year legacy to continue ~ Adele Justin to innovate and transform our supports, whilst navigating multiple waves of change as seen in the past few years, especially in aged and disability sectors. Underpinned by an enabling culture, strong Jewish values, clear Our experience has been so reassuring strategic priorities, and capable leadership, Jewish Care remains confident during her first week of residency. Obviously, and well positioned to leverage opportunities to enable growth and evolution of a new resident is very nervous to move sustainable outcomes for our community, now and into the future. into care, but we have been delighted with all the activities, variety and standard of Much has already been achieved. While 2019 is a significant investment and food, especially welcome kosher food after capital development year, our efforts to improving the quality and inclusiveness a long hospitalisation. Also, the heimish of all services for our diverse community remain an integral component of our atmosphere and celebration of Shabbat at strategy. Gary Smorgon House. Settling in was so easy The progress we have made over the past six months in our capital projects and quick. Thank you. is significant. The Hannah and Daryl Cohen Family Building has reached the halfway point in construction, and we have signed two more building contracts ~ Chana M (relative of Gary Smorgon House for the Carnegie Senior Living Community Precinct and the Anne & Eric Smorgon Elder) Active Living Centre. These state-of-the-art facilities, once completed, will herald a new era for our community, providing the best in person-centred services in Victoria. Share your feedback about our services by emailing [email protected] Jewish Care supports the Federal and Victorian State Governments’ decision to undertake their respective Royal Commissions in Mental Health, Aged Care and Disability Services. We anticipate that the findings will provide valuable insights into quality and safety, and future challenges and opportunities for the respective sectors to deliver care and support in a sustainable way. Front cover: From left: Lorelle Each year, we reach out to our community to ask for support of our Annual Krulis, Donna Appeal. Your donations are pivotal in helping to bring stability into the lives of Cohen, The Hon. vulnerable members of our community and alleviating the burden of others who Josh Frydenberg struggle to make ends meet. We are always grateful for your donations. Your MP, Hannah continued support will ensure a safe, caring and welcoming environment for all Cohen and Tania members of our diverse community. Smorgon at the entrance Mike Debinski Bill Appleby of the new development.

2 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 2019 ANNUAL APPEAL Change Somebody’s Tomorrow The 2019 Annual Appeal was launched on 27 February and seven Major Donor Dinners, a Tzedakah Sunday Telethon aims to raise $3.5 million to help fund social services, during and posters. A video was also developed around the theme the campaign period ending 30 June. ‘The greatest thing you’ll do today…is change somebody’s tomorrow,’ which is a real life story of our clients, Noah and With little or no funding from the government, Jewish Care his aunt, Nat. will once again rely on financial support from the community to continue to care for vulnerable people. Noah and his aunt, Nat, were innocent victims of someone else’s behaviour, who were able to turn their lives around with As a provider of vital services, we offer a variety of supports the support of Jewish Care. They were assisted with housing, and programs including housing for those who are at risk employment, financial aid and parenting support, which are of homelessness, employment opportunities, financial aid programs mostly funded by our community. and healthy ageing, to name a few. As a direct consequence of our involvement, over 6000 people are benefitted yearly, Thank you for your generous contributions so far and making life less stressful for them. constant inspiration. It is you who help us to continue to care for thousands of individuals each year. This year, a range of fundraising activities were launched as part of the broader appeal campaign. These include direct To make a donation, visit jewishcare.org.au/2019appeal, mail, print and outdoor advertising, social and online media, call 1800 539 474 or complete the coupon on the back page.

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Tzedakah Sunday Telethon, 5 May The Tzedakah Sunday Telethon is a fun-filled event that will bring our supporters, staff and volunteers together on SUNDAY MAY 5, 10AM - 8PM 5 May, to help raise much needed funds for our community. All donations from the telethon will be directed towards the LOCATION TO REGISTER Annual Appeal, supporting thousands of individuals to live a Active Living Centre or to find out more, please contact better tomorrow. Level 6, 619 St Kilda Road Lauren or Kayleigh on 8517 5622 [email protected] Please volunteer an hour or two of your time to help us make phone calls to our donors.

Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 3 State Government Ministers and Labor Candidates with Jewish GROWING. FOR OUR COMMUNITY UPDATE Care Board and Executive Reaching Memorable Milestones

The Hon. Josh Frydenberg MP together with Capital Campaign A first-cut model of the building was Chair Alan Schwartz OAM and Co-Chairs Lisa Kennet and Susie presented to Hannah Cohen by Capital Ivany OAM, Hannah Cohen, Lorelle Krulis, Tania Smorgon, Donna Campaign Co-Chair Susie Ivany OAM Cohen, Bill Appleby and Mike Debinsky

On 1 March 2019, Jewish Care celebrated the halfway point in community.” He said, “by supporting our Capital Campaign construction of The Hannah and Daryl Cohen Family Building projects, you become part of something truly historic and with special guests including Hannah Cohen and family, and instrumental in shaping the future care of our community”. the Federal Treasurer, The Hon. Josh Frydenberg MP. The Hannah and Daryl Cohen Family Building development James Paterson, Senator for Victoria; Nina Taylor MP, Josh received further impetus last year, when the Labor government Burns, Labor candidate; Kate Ashmor, Liberal candidate; David pledged $625,000 during their visit to Jewish Care as part of the Southwick MP, Member for Caulfield, and Dick Gross, Mayor election campaign. Martin Foley MP, Philip Dalidakis MP, and of the City of Port Philip, past and current Jewish Care Board Labor candidates representing the Andrews government toured members, Major Donors, Elders and supporters of Jewish Care the construction site and chatted with Elders at Montefiore were also in attendance to celebrate this special event. Homes during their visit last year. “Today is a milestone for Jewish Care,” said Mr. Frydenberg. Jewish Care CEO Bill Appleby thanked Ministers Foley and “The fact that this building is the contemporary vision of the Dalidakis, and the Labor candidates for taking the time to visit original founders of Jewish Care is very special. A nine-storey Jewish Care and said, “We welcome the Andrews government’s building, seven of which are devoted to homes for senior pledge to support the construction, which will not only provide citizens and the other two storeys for other essential services an inclusive and heimish home for our Elders, but also be a is a really modern vision for a communal organisation such as welcoming and vibrant hub for the community to share.” Jewish Care.” Located at the corner of Union Street and Punt Road, the Jewish Care President Mike Debinski thanked all donors building is expected to open early 2020. and supporters for “helping to realise this dream for our

4 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 The Carnegie Senior Living Community and Anne & Eric Smorgon Active Living Centre developments were two others projects that were finalised recently, with building contracts awarded to ARC3 and Four Square Pty Ltd, respectively. The $38 million contract for the 120-bed Senior Living Community in Carnegie will provide bespoke aged care services to the Jewish community in the South Eastern suburbs. The Anne & Eric Smorgon Active Living Centre will support healthy ageing for Elders living at Gary Smorgon House and independently in the local community. The $7 million modern facility will feature consulting rooms, a gymnasium, meeting and administrative rooms, training and outreach services, allied health services, respite services for the wider community, and a new dedicated shule. The entrance to Gary Smorgon House and ground floor community spaces, including the café, will also be The lounge of a newly refurbished unit in Fulton Street refurbished as part of the construction.

Newly refurbished kitchen area

The teams from Jewish Care and Four Square signing Community Housing the contract to develop the Senior Living Community Precinct in Carnegie in East St Kilda

Community Housing in East St Kilda has always been a safe haven for the Jewish community who are at risk of homelessness. As part of the Capital Campaign, a two-stage approach was adopted in upgrading and refurbishing our existing property in Fulton Street. In Stage One, 36 units in Bontschek Court were extensively refurbished with more open spaces for dining and living, upgrades to bedrooms and bathrooms, and laundry facilities added to each unit. This stage was completed in August last year, and clients have settled in. Stage Two will see 33 new one to three bedroom units built over three levels. These modern units will be accessible for all abilities and religious observance. For more information and enquiries about our new The teams from Jewish Care and ARC3 at the contract facilities, please contact Jo Cochrane on signing event for construction of the Anne and Eric Smorgon Active Living Centre [email protected] or 8517 5697.

Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 5 NEWS, VIEWS & ADVOCACY Enriching Lives For 170 Years

On 19 November 2018, Jewish Care reached a monumental milestone of turning 170 years old. It all started in 1848, when a small group of community representatives met at the Rainbow Tavern on Swanston Street and resolved to form the Melbourne Jewish Philanthropic Society, the predecessor of today’s Jewish Care. Melissa Davis speaks at the 170th anniversary event Over the years, generation after generation of community- minded individuals have continued to dedicate themselves to the vision that was imbued by early visionaries: to support the wellbeing of the Jewish community of Victoria. Today, we are Victoria’s largest provider of social services for the Jewish community. Our 170th Anniversary was celebrated in the presence of past Presidents, Life Governors, staff, volunteers, donors and many community supporters at the elegant Quat Quatta Receptions in Ripponlea. CEO Bill Appleby hosted the evening commencing with the launch of a new video featuring a line-up of dedicated supporters, complimenting Jewish Care on reaching this Past presidents Bruce Rosengarten and Val Smorgon OBE with CEO Bill Appleby milestone. Four guest speakers took to the stage to share stories of their longstanding relationships with Jewish Care in a range of roles, including Dr. John Serry, Melissa Davis, Barbara Belfer, and Dorothy Kovacs. “I have watched Jewish Care develop and grow over the last 17 years into this unique and magnificent organisation that touches the hearts of many and enriches the lives of thousands every year,” said Melissa Davis, Chair of the Annual Appeal Committee and Co-Chair of the Generations of Women Committee. “We are so lucky to have Jewish Care; no other religious or cultural community has anything like it, and it is run by management and a board that is professional, Long-standing volunteer of Jewish Care, Henri Korn authentic and genuine, with an eye on the future needs of the with wife Sandra community.” Another important announcement was the production of a new hardcover book featuring inspiring people connected to Jewish Care. This beautiful book of portraits, entitled ‘170 Years - Enriching Lives of the Jewish Community’, will stand as a tribute to the organisation and the many people who have represented it through the decades. The assistance of a highly respected team of current and past leaders were sought to select over 70 people to be profiled, from over 200 public nominations. The book, which is currently in production is planned for release later this year.

An enjoyable evening of celebration

6 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 Jewish Care Joins the National Redress Scheme Jewish Care has become the first major provider of services to the Victorian Jewish community to join the National Redress Scheme. The scheme was established on 1 July 2018, and is a key recommendation from the Royal Commission into institutional responses to child sexual abuse. The scheme offers eligible abuse survivors a redress payment of up to $150,000, access to psychological counselling, and Summer and Sarah Jack at the Open Day a direct personal response from the responsible institution if requested. But while survivors can apply for redress at any time, the relevant institution must have joined the scheme for Open Day to Experience their application to be processed. Respite Centre Jewish Care was one of the first organisations in Victoria to The Coppel & Piekarski Family Disability Respite Centre opened launch its own scheme in 2013, The Children in Residential its doors to friends and family to learn more about the programs Care Support Scheme, and is committed to participating in the and services at the Centre, including: National Redress Scheme for its ten-year duration. • Short term accommodation • Emergency accommodation • Kids afters school programs The open day included a range of fun activities for kids and a tour and information session for parents. Visitors were also introduced to staff working at the Centre. We thank Flying Fox, Access Inc and Maccabi Victoria All Abilities for their support and involvement on the day. For more information about our programs and activities at the Coppel & Piekarski Family Disability Respite Centre, please contact Amy Gilmore on 8532 9801. Saturday Nights Heat Up! Our first two Saturday Night Fever Disco parties, for adults was perfectly lit up with vibrant disco lights while popular dance with a disability 18 years and over were big hits amongst hits were played by the DJ. participants. Many more disco nights are planned throughout the year. More than 150 people over both events came together to revel To buy your ticket to our next disco, visit our website in the fun-filled atmosphere. The St Kilda Sports Club venue jewishcare.org.au/events

Guests dancing and singing at the disco

Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 7 NEWS, VIEWS & ADVOCACY Sharing is Caring The Manders Villas is a secure, independent and community-focused home for adults living with disability. It can also be converted into a shared space to build and strengthen relationships between Jewish communal organisations and our clients, through various programs. The cornerstone of The Manders Villas is an inviting and inclusive communal hub to host recreational programs, engage with people and celebrate special events. Many organisations have already established their programs at the hub, including Our Village Kitchen, Our Kitchen Table, Zooz, Access Inc. and Maccabi Victoria All Abilities. Flying Fox became our newest partner to move in and share our office space at The Manders Villas. Jacqui Cowan is posing with her lovely artwork created with Flying Fox is a youth led organisation that opens life- Our Kitchen Table changing opportunities for kids with special needs. They promote positive social interactions by running fun recreational camps. “We’ve had great engagement with the work of Flying Fox from its very inception and we know the great work they do for our community,” said Jewish Care CEO, Bill Appleby. “We support the lives of many of the same people in our community, so this was a natural progression of our relationship.” Dean Cohen, Founder and CEO of Flying Fox said, “Jewish Care has been there supporting Flying Fox from the beginning and we’re thrilled that we can continue to work together to deliver great and innovative services to our community by utilising the office space at The Children from Maccabi Victoria All Abilities sharing their list of Manders Villas.” activities at The Manders Villas Over 3000 Meals for Our Community! The partnership between Jewish Care and Our Village Kitchen has generated over 3,200 meals for our community over a period of 12 months. The project has developed to attract more volunteers and cooking sessions, enabling to cater to more people from the community. The distribution of healthy home cooked meals has extended beyond Shabbat to include Jewish holidays and festivals. We thank the wonderful residents of The Manders Villas for assisting with food distribution each week; ARK Centre for use of their kosher kitchen, and the terrific students from and Mount Scopus Memorial College who have volunteered to help with food preparation.

8 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 Young Achievers Graduate Over 25 teenagers graduated from the Young Achievers a range of backgrounds attending Jewish and non-Jewish Program at the 2018 year-end dinner, held at Caulfield Park schools. Pavilion in December. The Young Achievers Program and Youth Aspire Program Each young achiever received a certificate for exceptional focus on nurturing and developing young people through excellence and leadership, and for representing Jewish Care’s mentoring workshops. They are also offered scholarships and values during the 12 month program. opportunities for personal growth and leadership development. The dinner saw graduates and their parents, mentors, Both programs are facilitated by volunteer mentors in the Jewish Care staff and leadership team come together to community, and combine informal with formal mentoring celebrate their participation and achievements. sessions. They are committed to supporting and helping our youth become more confident and connect with the Jewish With 45 youth enrolled in the 2019 program – the largest community. number on record, it has gained recognition as a valuable mentoring program for youth in the Jewish community. The Please contact Eliza Arnold at [email protected] program welcomes teenagers between the ages 15 - 18 from or 8517 5999 to become a mentor or mentee for 2020.

Young Achievers program graduates and mentors at the 2018 end of year dinner Parenting Forums Draw A Crowd Our free Parenting Forums continue to be a roaring success, special focused on Social Survival Skills, presented by with our diverse speakers attracting not only parents but acclaimed educator Georgina Manning. grandparents, carers, teachers and health professionals. Remember to save the date for our next forum on Tuesday 21 Now in its fifth year, this popular offering features expert May where The Man Cave will present a session on healthy speakers presenting on a variety of topics related to the masculinity and supporting boys to express their emotions. health and wellbeing of young people. The 2019 series promises to be another enlightening year. To attend a forum or be added to the mailing list, please February kicked off the year with a sold-out ‘back to school’ contact Cassandra Barrett on [email protected] or phone 8517 5908.

Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 9 NEWS, VIEWS & ADVOCACY Spearheading LGBTIQ Inclusion In a historic move, Jewish Care and nine other faith-based build the learnings into daily practice. organisations signed a pledge committing support to inclusivity A more recent involvement was walking with eight other Jewish for all LGBTIQ people seeking services. community organisations at the 24th Annual Midsumma Pride Co-hosted by Jewish Care and Temple Beth Israel, the event March. President Mike Debinski and CEO Bill Appleby marched was attended by CEOs and representatives of participating together with staff, volunteers and Board members under the organisations. ‘ of Pride’ banner in February. In addition to signing the multi-faith pledge, Jewish Care is “Jewish Care values inclusion for all members of our working towards achieving Rainbow Tick Accreditation. community. Marching alongside LGBTI+ members of both the Jewish and wider communities, as well as other communal As part of this important work, the Board, Executive and senior organisations, is one way we can outwardly express our leadership attended a training session facilitated by Matthew commitment to supporting LGBTI+ people,” said Mike Debinski. Parsons from Rainbow Health, the creators of the Rainbow Tick Standards. It will be rolled out to all staff and volunteers to

Jewish Care team with Ro Allen (2nd from right) pledging support to inclusivity for all LGBTIQ members Jewish Care team at the Midsumma Pride March

Bonding for Greater Outcomes An agreement signed between Jewish Care and Maccabi Victoria All Abilities will further strengthen our collective efforts to provide social, recreational and sporting activities for people living with disability. Through this partnership, Maccabi Victoria All Abilities will continue to provide a wide range of activities including basketball, table tennis, fitness, schmooze and groove. Jewish Care CEO Bill Appleby said, “Partnerships such as these strengthen bonds between communal organisations and enhance our ability to deliver person-centred support.” “As the program develops, it’s terrific to know the partnership’s commitment will offer broader and more creative activities to engage people living with a disability Bill Appleby and Sheryl Furman signing the agreement at in the community,” said Maccabi Victoria General Manager our head office in St Kilda Sheryl Furman.

10 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 2018 Annual General Meeting Many significant achievements from the 2017/18 year were outlined by President Mike Debinski and CEO Bill Appleby at the 2018 Annual General Meeting, held on November 15 at Monash University, Caulfield. Proceedings included the presentation of the Leo and Mina Fink Community Service Award to Henri Korn, in recognition of his voluntary contribution to Jewish Care for over 13 years.

A thought-provoking panel discussion, ‘Elder Abuse - Behind Generations of Women committee 2018 Closed Doors’, followed the meeting and was facilitated by Stephen Thomas, General Manager Quality and Innovation. Guest speakers included Gerard Mansour, Commissioner for Women Tackle Senior Victorians and Ambassador for Elder Abuse Prevention; Ronda Held, CEO COTA Victoria; Dr Anita Frayman, Director of Elder Solutions Pty Ltd and Mary Anne Hunt, Chair of Elder Homelessness Rights Advocacy Victoria. The 22nd Annual Generations of Women Brunch saw 320 women come together in support of Jewish Care’s Housing We thank Susie Ivany OAM for her role as master of ceremonies, program to ease housing pressure for people who are at risk Bruce Rosengarten for proceeding over the election of the of homelessness. Board and Gabriella Davis for her beautiful singing of the Australian and Israeli national anthems. The brunch raised more than $90,000 in 2018, surpassing a total of $1.5million raised since the launch of the event 22 years ago. The guest speaker was Andie Halas, the former Director of Australian swimwear company Seafolly and founder of not-for-profit organisation Thread Together. She shared her story of how a random encounter with a mother searching for suitable clothes for her child at the Asylum Seeker Centre motivated her to start Thread Together. The organisation sources brand-new clothing destined for landfill and redistributes it to people in need across . Halas’s story was an inspirational reminder to attendees that “possibilities, profitability and social good don’t have to be mutually exclusive.” Guest speakers Gerard Mansour, Ronda Held, Dr Anita Frayman and Mary Anne Hunt with Susie Ivany OAM For more information about Jewish Care’s Housing Support Program, contact 8517 5999 or [email protected]

Georgia Levy, Davina Chizikand Melanie Smorgon at Yoseph Nerenberg and Jewish Care Board member, the brunch Andrew Schwartz

Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 11 OUR FAMILY Circle of Care Chanukah Tea The Circle of Care Chanukah Afternoon Tea was held at Brighton Receptions on 6 December with over 200 loyal supporters attending. Acknowledged were the many individuals in attendance who have helped to create a legacy for the future by including a gift to Jewish Care in Sadie Goldsmith with her children, Dr. Michael Goldsmith and their will. Barbara Belfer Entertainment was provided by Brett Linking Generations through Storytelling Kaye and pianist Tamara Visilevitsky. The inaugural Rosh Chodesh Women’s Sadie was surrounded by her family We are grateful to our generous Circle event titled, “Linking the and extended family while narrating her sponsors for supporting the event: Generations – Through the Power of amazing life story. She later reminisced: Story”, held at Gary Smorgon House “While recapping my story, I could see attracted more than 150 Elders, family my mother’s face right in front of me. members, volunteers and guests. Having such a large family, Boruch Hashem (Thank G-d), makes me feel like Founded in 2009 to celebrate the the luckiest woman in the world.” beginning of each month, the event was the brainchild of Rebbetzin Sara Gutnick. Elders and guests were treated to a scrumptious buffet, complimentary The gathering was a warm and chocolates, and entertainment by Rabbi welcoming atmosphere of camaraderie, Yoni Reyder. acceptance and discovery. The first event was overwhelmingly “We want to tap into the wisdom and ELSTERNWICK successful thanks to the efforts of many experience of our Elders and share this who were involved. We thank Rebbetzin inspiration with the younger generation,” Gutnick, the President and founder of said Rebbetzin Gutnick. the Rosh Chodesh Women’s Circle - for The first presenter in this series was bringing the event to our facility; our Gary Smorgon House Elder, Sadie staff and volunteers for helping us Goldsmith. She spoke about her journey organise the event; Abi Montag from from Poland to Australia as a teenager in Jemark Quality & Value for donating 1938, and the life she built with her late masks; Rishon Foods for ice-cream and husband, Arthur. Kosher Kingdom for chocolates.

From left to right: Rochelle Rosenberg, Charlotte Newmann and Debbie Jurblum

Guests enjoying the afternoon Young attendees at the event

12 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 Celebrating Excellence Leading staff and volunteers were recognised for their outstanding contribution to Jewish Care at the Annual Staff and Volunteer Service & Excellence Awards, held at St Kilda Town Hall in 2018. Over 200 Jewish Care staff, volunteers, Board members and supporters gathered to acknowledge and congratulate award nominees for their excellence and dedication. Samuel H. Harris Award, Volunteer of the Year, President’s Award, CEO Customer Service Award, Ethos Award, Innovation of the Year and Team of the Year were all milestones Russell Griffiths (left), recipient of the Samuel H. Harris Award with Board member, Jeffrey Appel OAM recognised on the night. The 2018 award winners are: The Samuel H. Harris Award: Russell Griffiths Volunteer of the Year: Ian Fayman President’s Award: Steve Lowe and Ella Turner CEO Customer Service Award: Debbie Sztrochlic & Tarun Dua Ethos Award: Lynette Maguire Innovation of the Year: Fulton Street Refurbishment Team March of the Living recipient Fross Driscoll receives Team of the Year: Healthy Communities Team her certificate from CEO Bill Appleby March of the Living Recipients: Fross Driscoll & Samuel Murray Jewish Care. Gwenneth Hill, Sorin Ronea and Dr John Serry Jewish Care also awards scholarships to deserving staff to were recognised for 30 years of service, and Jeffrey Appel support strengthen their skills and professional development. OAM was congratulated on 35 years of voluntary service to The three scholarships were awarded to Freya Matthews, Jewish Care. CEO Kate Bakos and Neetu Goyal. Bill Appleby, commended all nominees on their hard work, Service milestones was another highlight celebrated with passion and willingness to support our community receive the staff and volunteers who had given 5-35 years of service to best possible care and support. Yesod Grows Year-on-Year The 2018 Yesod Board Foundation Program concluded with a graduation event at The Coppel & Piekarski Family Disability Respite Centre. Each participant received a certificate of completion from the Australian Institute of Company Directors for successfully completing the 10-month program. 2018 participant, Ashely Moss said, “Yesod enabled me to get exposure not only to the operations of an extremely competent non-for-profit at board/sub-committee level, but 2018 Yesod participants with Jewish Care Board members also opened my eyes to the incredible breadth of work Jewish Care does for our community. For both these reasons, I’m the next generation leaders in Jewish Care and best grateful to have had the opportunity to participate, and would practice principles of governance. encourage others to do the same”. Jewish Care thanks the Kelly and Simon T. Morris The program enables participants to work alongside a Family and the Szalmuk–Singer Family for sponsoring Jewish Care Board member, and attend sub-committee the program, and the Australian Institute of Company meetings and workshops with key-note speakers. Directors for their continued support through partnering. It provides a platform to connect, up-skill, build and inspire

Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 13 SHARE YOUR SIMCHA Sharing the Simcha We are extremely grateful to the following supporters for requesting donations to Jewish Care in lieu of gifts to mark their special occasions: Bar Mitzvah Hannah Nirim Benjamin Bassat Sara Raboy Nate Portnoy Leslie Reti AM Harry Rosenberg Bat Mitzvah Emma Bassat 80th Birthday Lexi Herszfeld Mary New Rebecca Hofman Sylvia Spigelman Abby Jotkowitz 90th Birthday 40th Birthday Philip Cohen Kurt Hartfield Abby Jotkowitz– Bat Mitzvah Jean Sharp – 90th Birthday Marty Dodge Natalie Dodge Abraham Monester Joel Small Jean Sharp Rebecca Tempelhof Kurt Wildberg

50th Birthday 95th Birthday Natalie Even-Bar Samuel Smorgon AO Simon Buch 100th Birthday Gideon Gunn Joseph West Caryn Reichenberg Simone Szalmuk- Birthday Singer Miriam Berman Henry Salter 60th Birthday Miriam Zajac Gregory Nankin Andrew Peterfreund 50th Wedding Kevin Slomoi Anniversary Sam & Ruth Parasol 70th Birthday Elliott & Evie Katz Esther Blumenthal- Ross & Lyn Maver Skop Gideon Gunn – 50th Birthday Simon Buch – 50th Birthday Adrian Gunzburg To share your simcha, please contact our Community Team on 8517 5786 or [email protected]

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Emma and Ben Bassat – Bat Mitzvah and Bar Mitzvah

14 Autumn 2019/Nissan 5779 Photo Gallery

Rosemary Michael (left) receives a gift from Feygl Cylich in honour of Monte Elder Ida Chneiderova with a Volunteer, Errol Rink with Eva Suss her late sister, Judith Block at the student at the year end party celebrating Chanukah 2018 Benefactors’ Commemoration

The Manders Villas residents, Ruth From left to right: Young Achievers, Major Donor Dinner host Lorelle Ben-Danan and Andrew Sass at the Jeffery Rochman, Arthur Kaganovitch Krulis (right)) with Monica Kempler, Chanukah party and Adam Kanerak Gina and Ian Swart

Hugh Cattermole, Carol and Alan Schwartz AM at The Hannah and Miriam Pinkus and Ian Savicky Monte Elders Toyva Levit and Irina Daryl Cohen Family Building enjoying Purim at Gary Smorgon Soloveychik celebrating Purim construction event House

Ian Abrahamer with his Mum Judy Smorgon Nursing Home Elder Samuel Elizabeth Slater (left) with volunteer, celebrating Purim at The Manders Fain with his friend and volunteer Anne Fajerman at Purim Packing Bee Villas Christine at Purim event

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